1996 Citroen AX vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Previa (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1996 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 1107 kg more than 1996 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Previa (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen AX | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | AX | Previa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2910 mm |
